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Camperdown - Darlington has an estimated 9,781 residents, up 17.4% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Camperdown - Darlington.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Camperdown - Darlington Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 3.7 kilometres southwest of the Sydney CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 9,781. This compares with 8,332 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 1,449 people (17.4%). The estimate is derived from the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 9,776 reported by the ABS as of June 2025, plus 31 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Growth is led by young professionals, and the area shows a high proportion of teenagers alongside young adults, largely in lone person and group households. Population density and growth drivers sit well above average, the area is considered very affluent with an above-average median household income, and expansion over time has been moderate.
Market conditions in the Camperdown - Darlington Statistical Area (Lv2) are shaped by severely limited dwelling supply, a strong apartment presence and high levels of semi-detached housing.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Camperdown - Darlington Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 3.7 kilometres southwest of the Sydney CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 9,781. This compares with 8,332 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 1,449 people (17.4%). The estimate is derived from the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 9,776 reported by the ABS as of June 2025, plus 31 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Growth is led by young professionals, and the area shows a high proportion of teenagers alongside young adults, largely in lone person and group households. Population density and growth drivers sit well above average, the area is considered very affluent with an above-average median household income, and expansion over time has been moderate.
Market conditions in the Camperdown - Darlington Statistical Area (Lv2) are shaped by severely limited dwelling supply, a strong apartment presence and high levels of semi-detached housing.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,734 in 2001 and 9,776 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,781 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 37.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.4%.
Camperdown - Darlington ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for amenities and the 96th for transport & access.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Camperdown - Darlington is $939 a week, up 8.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 19% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.0%.
19% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $822 in 2017, $972 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $640 in 2017, $937 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Lander Street Darlington NSW 2008 | $2,500,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 1/119 Parramatta Road, Camperdown NSW 2050 | $590,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 16 Gantry Lane, Camperdown NSW 2050 | $1,583,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 89 Denison Street, Camperdown NSW 2050 | $1,680,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 104/4 Denison Street, Camperdown NSW 2050 | $945,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 28/2 Northwood Street, Camperdown NSW 2050 | $1,310,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 80 Kingston Road, Camperdown NSW 2050 | $1,950,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 35 Hopetoun Street, Camperdown NSW 2050 | $2,760,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 131 Australia Street, Camperdown NSW 2050 | $1,850,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 38 Ivy Street Darlington NSW 2008 | $1,650,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 4 May 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,591,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $939 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.03m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $918k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,591,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 4 May 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $972 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $937 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 5.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney Inner City | $884 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney Inner City, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 83 tracked applications: 22 approved, 19 under assessment, 42 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 12 projects in Camperdown - Darlington (4 under construction) and 166 more in the surrounding area.
Camperdown Modern is a private hospital proposal at 122-130 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Camperdown, in Sydney's Inner West. The state significant development (SSD-59354958) was determined as approved on 7 January 2025 for about 10,300 square metres of day surgery, pathology, radiology and consulting suites, with a public plaza on Mathieson Street.
The most significant transformation of Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in its 140-year history, backed by $940 million from the NSW Government. The project delivers a new 15-storey East Tower, expanded Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit, new operating theatres, expanded neonatal, maternity and paediatric units, a new rooftop helipad and a northern…
The $780 million Sydney Biomedical Accelerator is a co-funded partnership between the University of Sydney, Sydney Local Health District and the NSW Government, located in the Tech Central precinct at Camperdown.
The University of Sydney continues its long-term Campus Improvement Program across the Camperdown/Darlington campus. Current works include the Engineering and Technology Precinct redevelopment, sustainability upgrades, research laboratories, teaching facilities, public realm improvements and supporting infrastructure.
A new five-level multi-disciplinary general teaching space building at the University of Sydney Camperdown Campus, designed by BVN Architecture following a 2023 design excellence competition.
The Joinery Annandale is Landcom’s mixed-use redevelopment of the 1.1-hectare former WestConnex dive site at 160-186 Parramatta Road and 79-95 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Annandale.
Atlassian Central is a 39-storey hybrid timber and concrete office tower at 8-10 Lee Street, Haymarket, beside Central Station in the NSW Government's Tech Central precinct. Designed by SHoP Architects and BVN and built by a Built and Obayashi joint venture for Dexus and Atlassian, it began construction in August 2022.
Proposed 30000sqm healthcare and life sciences hub on land leased from St John's College under a 99-year lease. The development is planned to accommodate an acute private hospital, specialist consulting suites, pathology, diagnostics, education and medical research organisations within the Camperdown Health, Education and Research Precinct.
The Mariyung Fleet is a new double-deck electric intercity fleet replacing the ageing V-set and Oscar trains in NSW. Built by the RailConnect NSW consortium of UGL, Hyundai Rotem and Mitsubishi Electric Australia, the trains feature 2x2 seating, charging ports, luggage, pram and bicycle spaces, and accessible toilets.
A $2 billion transformative mixed-use redevelopment of the former Harbourside Shopping Centre at Darling Harbour, delivered as a 50/50 joint venture between Mirvac and Mitsubishi Estate Co.
A $2 billion urban renewal masterplan transforming a former industrial site into a vibrant mixed-use precinct by Coronation Property. The development features approximately 1,000 residences across Build-to-Rent and Build-to-Sell stages, alongside public green spaces including the McPherson Park and Kooka Walk pedestrian boulevard.
Federation Place is set to become Sydney's iconic warehouse conversion, offering 28 unique apartments including studios, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom (two storey) apartments. The historic warehouse retains original features including hardwood beams and columns.
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Estimated completion year of the 77 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 10, 2026 9, 2027 15, 2028 17, 2029 13, 2030 5, 2031 1, 2032 3, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 2. 43 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 83 substantial development applications lodged in and around Camperdown - Darlington over the past 5 years, 58 in the last 12 months; 19 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 10, 2023 6, 2024 3, 2025 6, 2026 (to Oct) 58.
Key application 73-79 Parramatta Road, Camperdown Mixed Use | $20m | 113 dwellings Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 83 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 58 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 8th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 6 | ABS building approvals | 13th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 22 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 19 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 include: Sydney Biomedical Accelerator (SBA) (Construction); Camperdown Modern Private Hospital (Approved); Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Redevelopment (Construction); University of Sydney Campus Transformation (Construction); and Ross Street Teaching and Learning Hub (Dev. Approval). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 spans multiple sectors including Education & Training, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Residential Development, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Camperdown - Darlington compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 area has seen 9 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Camperdown - Darlington SA2's current population of 9,781 has been supported by 6 approvals on average over recent years.
The Camperdown - Darlington SA2 has seen 0.7 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 5489 people in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Camperdown - Darlington SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 6, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 has grown by approximately 225 people, while 29 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 7.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Camperdown - Darlington has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,781 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +17.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 5,718 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 8,332 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,449 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +4.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.71 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 was estimated to be approximately 9,781 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,776 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The camperdown - darlington sa2 has added approximately 1,449 people and shown a 17.39% increase from the 8,332 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is estimated at 5,720 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (94.8%), Natural increase (5.2%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 94.8% of overall population gains.
Camperdown - Darlington hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 2% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 26 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 5.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 63.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 29 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 37.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 25.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 6.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 3.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 at 26 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 29 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 26 years as at August 2026, Camperdown - Darlington is 11 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 12 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 37.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 2.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 15-24 year-olds (37.3% vs 13.2%) and 25-34 year-olds (25.9% vs 16.2%). The most under-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (2.3% vs 11.8%) and 85+ year-olds (0.5% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 5.0% of the population in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 5.9% of the population in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $68,571 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $91,227 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,440 | 2021 Census, weekly | 89th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,023 | 2021 Census, weekly | 80th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,418 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is approximately $72,946. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $68,571.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is approximately $97,047. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $91,227.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is approximately $72,946 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,571 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is approximately $97,047 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $91,227 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Camperdown - Darlington SA2's households (~32.4% / 947 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.4% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is $2,440/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is $3,418/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is $1,023/wk.
The Camperdown - Darlington SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $68,571 and an average of $91,227 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is extremely high nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $72,946 (median) and $97,047 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is $8,334 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The camperdown - darlington sa2's disposable income is $8,334 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Camperdown - Darlington rank among the top 9% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,737 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 16,649 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,893 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 has approximately 6,737 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.3%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 stands at 2.3%, which is 1.9 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (17.4% of employment), education & training (15.0%), and health care & social assistance (13.7%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is 72.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The camperdown - darlington sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 15.0% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The camperdown - darlington sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Camperdown - Darlington shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 35.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 56.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 43.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 32.9% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
56.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
29.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The camperdown - darlington sa2 ranks in the 42th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (35.9%), Postgraduate (17.6%), Certificate (7.0%).
43.4% of the population in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 3.6% in primary school, 2.8% in secondary school, 32.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is 995, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Camperdown - Darlington SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 181 students.
The camperdown - darlington sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Camperdown - Darlington features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.1 people | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 33.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 15.0% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.1% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 16.5% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,924 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,433 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 50.4% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.4 per family | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 had 2,924 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 17.4% to an estimated 3,433 households today.
The average household size in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is 2.1 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 50.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (33.0%), group households (16.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,474 family households, couples with children account for 15.0% of all households, couples without children at home 29.1%, and single parent families 5.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 16.5% (versus 4.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 50.4% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Marriage patterns reveal 18.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 73.7% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 33.0% of all households in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2, higher than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 16.5% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Camperdown - Darlington was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 22.2% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 77.8% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 78.9% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 64.6% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
Camperdown - Darlington was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 22.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 35.4% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Camperdown - Darlington, at 26.5% of people, although more residents (66.6%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.9% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Camperdown - Darlington are English, comprising 22.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.3% of the population, and Other, comprising 10.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 0.8% of Camperdown - Darlington (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Irish at 10.3% (vs 6.1%) and Chinese at 8.2% (vs 8.4%).
35.4% of the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
22.2% of the population in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.9% of the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
78.9% of the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Camperdown - Darlington features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 58.1% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 43.1% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 24.3% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 52.0% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $600 | 2021 Census, weekly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 80th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
In the Camperdown - Darlington SA2, 17.6% of homes are owned outright, 24.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 58.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 4.4% of dwellings in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 are houses.
In the Camperdown - Darlington SA2, 43.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 52.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 stands at 17.6%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is $3,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is $2,239, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Camperdown - Darlington SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.4% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 24.6% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 consists of 4.4% detached houses, 52.0% semi-detached dwellings, 43.1% apartments, and 0.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Camperdown - Darlington consumes approximately 21.2% of median household income ($10,565 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Camperdown - Darlington's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 62.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 83rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 74.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
Around 62.3% of people in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Camperdown - Darlington SA2, 1.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
8.8% of people in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 1.5% of the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.5% of people in the Camperdown - Darlington SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Camperdown - Darlington SA2, 62.3% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 96 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 96th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 38 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 9,222 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 93rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 257 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 34 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 59.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 38 public transport stops within the Camperdown - Darlington SA2.
The Camperdown - Darlington SA2 has 9,222 weekly trips across 34 routes, averaging 1,317 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 161 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 233 m away and the nearest school 278 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 38 stops nearby, 9,222 weekly trips, access rating 96 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 99 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 99th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 233 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 278 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 342 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 395 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 444 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 483 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 526 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 625 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 716 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 877 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 5 long day care centres with 360 places in Camperdown - Darlington, about 0.7 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Camperdown - Darlington compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Camperdown - Darlington has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 26% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Camperdown - Darlington's established property market has recorded 158 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 97% residential and 3% commercial transactions.
Camperdown - Darlington has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Camperdown - Darlington hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 2% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Camperdown - Darlington rank among the top 9% of areas assessed nationally.
Camperdown - Darlington shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
Camperdown - Darlington features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Camperdown - Darlington was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Camperdown - Darlington features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Camperdown - Darlington's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Camperdown - Darlington has an estimated 9,781 residents, up 17.4% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Camperdown - Darlington.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Camperdown - Darlington.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (117031638). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Camperdown - Darlington from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Camperdown - Darlington with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
